You must have an event permit for any event in a public open space in Manukau City. The events team can assist you with this process.

Applying for an event permit

We require a minimum of seven weeks notice before your event date for low impact events, and three to six months for higher impact events including those with traffic management.

Step 1 - contact us

Contact us with your event proposal (including preferred location, dates / times and number of attendees)

• We will assign a facilitator to assist you with your event
• Your facilitator will advise you on venue and date availability as well as any applicable fees and other licences you may require
• We will make a tentative booking for your event and email you an application form to complete.

Step 2 - submit application

Return the completed application form to your facilitator along with any additional documents you may be able to provide such as:

• A site plan
• Safety plan
• Traffic management plan
• Waste management plan
• Public liability insurance.

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Step 3 - fees and consultation

• Once your facilitator receives all information, they will confirm if there are any additional licences or permit fees. You will also be advised of other specific aspects of your event that you may need to address to complete the event permit process
• Your facilitator will seek approval from relevant parties, including reporting to the community board
• For events within a park, a booking officer will send you a confirmation letter detailing any bond or fees required
• Depending on the size of your event, you may need to attend a planning meeting with relevant stakeholders to address any areas of concern.

Step 4 - decision

• If your event is approved, you will receive the event permit by post or email 
• If declined, we will contact you and advise you in writing of the reasons why we have not approved your application.

After the event

Your facilitator will contact you to discuss the event and set up a debrief meeting if required.

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